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History can't prove that this person said the famous words "let them eat cake"
Who is Marie Antoinette
Taxes were a large cause of discontent in France and a leading factor to the cause of the revolution. This estate was the only group that had to pay the taxes.
What is the third estate
Europe's bloodiest revolution occurred in this country
What is France
This device was used to efficiently carry out executions by beheading.
What is the guillotine
The set of clear laws, applicable to all members of French Society.
What is the Napoleonic Code
French emperor and military commander who rose to prominence during the French Revolution
Who is Napoleon Boneparte
Harsh summers and winters left minimal food, causing prices to soar. This food item was even a struggle to afford.
What is bread
The birth place of Marie Antoinette
What is Austria
This group was in charge of trials and executions
What is the Committee of Public Safety
Napoleon Boneparte crowned himself this title
What is Emperor
He was the last monarch of France before the revolution.
Who is Louis XVI (16)
The building of this extravagant palace contributed heavily to France's debt problems.
What is the Palace of Versailles
The city that was the center stage for the revolution.
What is Paris
This man was murdered in his bathtub
Who is Jean Paul Marat
Napoleon's downfall started when he invaded this country during the winter
What is Russia
She wanted to put an end to the violence of the revolution, so she murdered Jean Paul Marat in his bathtub.
Who is Charlotte Corday
At this meeting, Louis did not provide those present with any proposals for discussion, so they were left to think up their own ideas. This meant that Louis did not have control of this meeting.
What is The Estates General
The storming and destruction of this building signaled the beginning of the revolution.
What is the Bastille
During the Reign of Terror, Louis and Marie Antoinette tried to escape to this country
These 2 countries had not supported the Revolution and therefore did not like Napoleon. They were more critical of the new Emperor of France.
What are Austria and Britain
Leader of the Jacobin resistance party and widely recognized as one of the most influential figures of the French Revolution.
Who is Robespierre
Philosophers during this time era encouraged people consider their roles in society and to think for themselves.
What is the Age of Enlightenment
When the National Assembly's doors were locked, they proceeded to this venue for their meeting.
What is a tennis court
These 3 words became the slogan of the revolution
What are liberty, equality, fraternity
The two islands Napoleon was exiled to after his reign.
What are Elba and St.Helena